Terran Orbital

Flight Software Engineering Manager

Terran Orbital$150K — $210K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, or equivalent required
  • 8+ years of experience in embedded software for Aerospace or similar sector
  • 3+ years managing engineering teams in embedded software
  • Proven leadership skills with experience mentoring junior engineers
  • Strong experience in C/C++ software development for target environments
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills for executive interactions
  • U.S. Citizenship with eligibility for DoD security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and direct Flight Software Engineers in software design and development
  • Attend program meetings and create work breakdowns for engineers
  • Act as lead program software engineer as needed
  • Represent the engineering team in Sprint planning
  • Conduct Code Reviews as required
  • Manage team dynamics and perform HR-related tasks like performance reviews
  • Prepare and deliver updates and reports to upper management

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  • Competitive paid parental leave
Full Job Description
Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Flight Software Engineering Manager to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Director of Program Engineering, the Flight Software Engineering Manager will be involved in all aspects of a spacecraft's lifetime, with an in-depth vision to guide and mentor members of the team, in addition to their managerial responsibilities. These include, but not limited to, scheduling and resource planning to support programs, proposals and other business activities, interfacing with other teams and business units to provide guidance and context to create processes and standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
  • Tasking and oversight of Flight Software Engineers, who design and develop flight software applications
  • Attend program meetings and develop work breakdowns for the engineers
  • Function as a lead program software engineer when necessary
  • Represent engineers in bi-weekly Sprint planning
  • Contribute to Code Reviews as necessary
  • Managing direct reports from human resource perspective, providing technical mentorship, and conducting team meetings, performance reviews, interviews as necessary to meet the work demand and expectations for the team being managed.
  • Providing presentations, reports, summary, and status updates to upper management on a weekly basis
  • Other duties may be assigned as needed

Required Qualifications and Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, or equivalent degree required
  • Minimum of 8 years of direct industry experience working on embedded software in Aerospace, Space, or a similar sector
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing engineering teams working on embedded software in Aerospace, Space, or a similar sector
  • Strong and effective leader who has proven history leading technical teams
  • Must have previous mentorship experience to train junior level engineers
  • Experience developing software in C/C++, deploying and testing on the target environment, and delivering product to the market
  • Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a multi-disciplinary and fast-paced environment
  • Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills to interface with executive members of the team, customers, and vendors
  • Experience in a production environment within the space or aerospace industry
  • U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Preferred Qualifications & Skills
  • MS or PhD in Computer Science or Engineering with an embedded focus
  • Experience developing on Linux
  • Familiarity with Zynq 7000 series and/or microprocessors
  • Familiarity with FPGA
  • Familiarity with HW testing equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers


Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!

Salary Range

$150,000-$210,000 USD

Full-time positions only:

Benefits
  • 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Match
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Competitive Paid Parental Leave

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of small satellites and related components. The company's products are used for a variety of applications, including Earth observation, communications, and scientific research. Terran Orbital also provides launch services for its customers, using a variety of vehicles and platforms. The company is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, and has additional facilities in California and Florida.
Learn more about Terran Orbital
Size
50 employees
Market Cap
$210.6 million
Industry
NASDAQ

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